About
The Picnic Path is a free, self-guided mystery adventure that takes you on a journey through your local area to discover hidden gems and boutique businesses.
Each experience is carefully crafted to lead you through a series of puzzles and clues, revealing new locations along the way. From cozy cafes to scenic picnic spots, you'll uncover the best of what your area has to offer.
Our mission is to create memorable experiences that bring people together and showcase the unique character of local communities.
All experiences are completely free to enjoy. Simply choose your adventure, head to the starting point, and let the mystery unfold!
The Picnic Path at a glance
- What it is
- Free, self-guided mystery picnic adventures: solve a puzzle at each stop to reveal the next hidden café, bakery or picnic spot.
- Where
- Melbourne and regional Victoria, Australia, with new areas added over time.
- Cost
- Free to play. You only pay for the food and drink you choose to buy along the way.
- How long
- Most adventures take 2–4 hours at a relaxed pace, usually on foot.
- Who it suits
- Couples, friends and families — a fun date, birthday or weekend outing.
- What you need
- A smartphone with a web browser. No app download or account needed.
- When
- Any day you like — start whenever suits you and check opening hours for food stops.
- Offline play
- Download an adventure before you go and it keeps working with patchy reception.